Grave of first head of Ireland’s independent government vandalized

Desecrated grave of William T Cosgrave being investigated after “significant” damage caused.Wikimedia

The grave of William T. Cosgrave, the first head of Ireland’s independent government, has been vandalized.

His grave at Goldenbridge, in Inchicore, Dublin, suffered “significant” damage. In addition to other vandalism the Celtic cross, which topped the grave, was broken off. Graves next to his were also desecrated.